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Consultant in Burns & Plastic Surgery - DIEP Breast Consultant
The closing date is 09 June 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a substantive Consultant Plastic Surgeon with subspecialty interests in microsurgical breast reconstruction to join our existing breast reconstruction service in the Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery at Manchester Foundation Trust (Wythenshawe Site).
Already one of the largest breast reconstruction centres in the UK, this fifth appointment will allow us to further expand the provision of microsurgical breast reconstruction to the population of Greater Manchester, with capacity for over 200 breast free flaps per year.
The breast reconstruction service runs five days per week through a single, dedicated theatre, and is supported by two DIEP specialist nurses and a plastics breast pathway coordinator (soon to be appointed). Opportunities exist for developing the existing risk-reducing (bilateral) surgical service and initiatives recently trialled such as two flaps per day
For further information or to discuss the role in greater detail, please contact Specialty Lead Consultant Mr James Bedford via email to James.bedford@mft.nhs.uk or Lynn.allard@mft.nhs.uk.
Main duties of the job
This is a full time position with 10 programmed activities spread throughout the week. The appointee will deliver the following:
* 2-3 sessions of elective breast reconstruction surgery per week as part of a team job plan which allows scope for 2-surgeon operating when appropriate, at Wythenshawe Hospital
* 1 session of breast reconstruction and general plastics outpatient clinic per week
* 1 session of general anaesthetic plastic surgery general trauma per week
* 1 session of clinical admin per week
* 1.5 sessions of SPA time per week
* 1 session equivalent of on call per week
* 0.5 sessions per week for education & supervision
Please note where sessions are indicated "per week" this may be an average as some sessions may be scheduled fortnightly or as part of a 4 week rolling timetable. The final job plan is subject to discussion during the recruitment process and review with the Specialty Lead or Clinical Director at regular intervals.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
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Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
* Entry on Specialist Register (or, for UK trainees, entry expected within 6 months).
* Success in Intercollegiate Specialty Examination or overseas equivalent.
* Oncoplastic breast reconstruction fellowship (UK TIG or equivalent) with training in: oMicrosurgical reconstruction of the breast AND oOncological resection & management of malignant breast disease
* ATLS
* Postgraduate Thesis
Experience
* Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Plastic Surgery.
* Experience in microsurgical breast reconstruction.
* Experience in breast surgical oncology including proficiency in oncological mastectomy and surgical management of nodal basins.
* Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems, both emergency and elective, within Plastic surgery.
* Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
* Experience of multidisciplinary teamwork
* OrthoPlastic collaborative working experience
Management/ Administration
* Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of service.
* Experience of audit and management
* Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities, waiting lists and operating lists.
* Ability to manage and lead surgical team.
* Management or leadership training course
Teaching and Research
* Ability to teach clinical and operative skills.
* Experience of delivering teaching to doctors and allied health professionals.
* Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduates and postgraduates.
* Publications in the field of breast reconstruction/ microsurgery.
* Postgraduate teaching qualification
* Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
£113,565 to £150,569 a yearper annum (pro rata)
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